Art

Announcing the 2024 ARTnews Awards: Celebrating Innovation and Excellence in U.S. Art Institutions

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New York, NY — Celebrating innovative achievements in the world of art, the ARTnews Awards have just announced their first group of honorees for the 2024 edition. These new awards recognize outstanding exhibitions and contributions within U.S. arts institutions. They were selected by a panel comprised of prominent curators and ARTnews senior editors, after rigorous reviews of exhibitions showcased from September 1, 2023, to August 31, 2024. Among the illustrious panelists is Cecilia Alemani, well-known for her role as the Donald R. Mullen, Jr. Director and Chief Curator of High Line Art in New York … Read more

Mitchell Silverstein: Mastering the Art of Complex Litigation in Miami’s Dynamic Business Sphere

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MIAMI, Fla. — With over 15 years navigating the complexities of law, Mitchell Silverstein stands as a pivotal figure in Miami and Fort Lauderdale’s legal scene, where the business environment is as vibrant and diverse as the cases it stimulates. This seasoned attorney has transitioned from a private practice that saw him advocating aggressively in high-stakes litigations to an in-house counsel role where his broadened purview now focuses on comprehensive legal strategies and ethical business practices. In South Florida’s dynamic business landscape, complex litigation involves intricate challenges requiring a balanced knowledge of local and international … Read more

Mesa Arts Curator Sues City over Alleged Censorship and Retaliation Following Police Brutality Art Dispute

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Mesa, AZ — A legal battle is unfolding in Mesa, Arizona as Tiffany Fairall, a former chief curator at the Mesa Contemporary Arts Museum, has initiated a lawsuit against the city alleging infringement of her First Amendment rights. According to court documents filed on October 31, Fairall asserts that her termination was a form of retaliation after she resisted censorship concerning an art piece focusing on police brutality in an exhibition by artist Shepard Fairey. The contentious piece, titled “My Florist is a Dick,” features a skeletal portrayal of a police officer in riot gear, … Read more

Battle of Art and Authority: West Virginia Capitol Mural Conflict Escalates into Courtroom Drama

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Charleston, W.Va. — A mural project within the historic State Capitol Building in West Virginia has sparked legal action, prompting discussions surrounding the intersection of public art, political influence, and historical legacy. Amidst political tumult, the West Virginia Department of Arts, Culture and History faces a lawsuit that aims to halt the installation of murals, commissioned to John Canning and Co., a Connecticut-based company. The controversy primarily involves objections to the artistic content and the manner the artists were chosen. Attorney Michael Hissam, representing the West Virginia Department Department of Arts, Culture and History, filed … Read more